Refugee Council USA

Refugee Council USA is a coalition of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that work to protect and welcome refugees and asylum seekers in the United States. The organization collaborates with its member agencies, including American Red Cross, Church World Service, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, and World Relief, to advocate for the rights and dignity of refugees and asylum seekers. Refugee Council USA also works closely with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis. Additionally, the organization partners with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF) to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees.

● History

Refugee Council USA was established in 1981 by a group of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that were concerned about the refugee crisis in Southeast Asia and the lack of refugee protection in the United States. The organization's founding members included American Red Cross, Church World Service, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, and U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants. Since its inception, Refugee Council USA has worked to address the needs of refugees and asylum seekers through advocacy, policy work, and program development. The organization has also collaborated with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis, including the Syrian Civil War, Rohingya crisis, and Venezuelan refugee crisis. Furthermore, Refugee Council USA has worked with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF) to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees.

● Mission_and_Objectives

The mission of Refugee Council USA is to protect and welcome refugees and asylum seekers in the United States by promoting refugee protection policies and practices. The organization's objectives include advocating for the rights and dignity of refugees and asylum seekers, promoting immigration reform, and providing technical assistance and capacity building to its member agencies. Refugee Council USA also works to raise awareness about the refugee crisis and the importance of refugee protection through public education and outreach efforts, in collaboration with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF). Additionally, the organization partners with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis, including the Syrian Civil War, Rohingya crisis, and Venezuelan refugee crisis. Refugee Council USA also collaborates with Church World Service, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, and U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants to provide refugee resettlement services and support to refugees and asylum seekers.

● Membership_and_Partnerships

Refugee Council USA has a diverse membership of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that work on refugee protection and immigration issues. The organization's members include American Red Cross, Church World Service, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants, and World Relief. Refugee Council USA also partners with other organizations, such as National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF), to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees. Additionally, the organization collaborates with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis. Refugee Council USA also works with Congressional Refugee Caucus, Senate Judiciary Committee, and House Judiciary Committee to advocate for refugee protection policies and practices. The organization is also a member of the National Task Force on Refugee Resettlement and works closely with Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of Health and Human Services to promote refugee protection and immigration reform.

● Advocacy_and_Policy

Refugee Council USA advocates for refugee protection policies and practices that promote the rights and dignity of refugees and asylum seekers. The organization works with Congress, Administration, and other stakeholders to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees. Refugee Council USA also provides technical assistance and capacity building to its member agencies to support their advocacy and policy work. The organization has advocated for policies such as the Refugee Act of 1980, Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), and DREAM Act, and has worked to address the refugee crisis in Syria, Rohingya crisis, and Venezuelan refugee crisis. Additionally, Refugee Council USA collaborates with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF) to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees. The organization also partners with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis.

● Programs_and_Services

Refugee Council USA provides a range of programs and services to support its member agencies and promote refugee protection. The organization offers technical assistance and capacity building to its member agencies to support their refugee resettlement and advocacy work. Refugee Council USA also provides training and resources on refugee protection policies and practices, including asylum law, refugee law, and immigration law. Additionally, the organization collaborates with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to provide refugee resettlement services and support to refugees and asylum seekers. Refugee Council USA also works with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF) to provide legal assistance and advocacy support to refugees and asylum seekers. The organization also partners with Church World Service, Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, and U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants to provide refugee resettlement services and support to refugees and asylum seekers.

● Leadership_and_Governance

Refugee Council USA is governed by a board of directors that includes representatives from its member agencies. The organization's executive director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization and implementing its strategic plan. Refugee Council USA also has a staff of advocates, policy analysts, and program managers who work to promote refugee protection policies and practices. The organization's leadership includes experts in refugee law, asylum law, and immigration law, as well as advocates with experience working with refugees and asylum seekers. Refugee Council USA also collaborates with National Immigration Law Center (NILC), American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), and Human Rights First (HRF) to promote immigration reform and protect the rights of immigrants and refugees. Additionally, the organization partners with United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), International Rescue Committee (IRC), and Migration Policy Institute (MPI) to address the global refugee crisis. Refugee Council USA is a member of the National Task Force on Refugee Resettlement and works closely with Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, and Department of Health and Human Services to promote refugee protection and immigration reform. Category:Refugee organizations